The 27th NRJ Music Awards took place on October 31, 2025, at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, hosted by Nikos Aliagas and broadcast live on TF1. Helena claimed the Francophone Female Artist of the Year award, while Pierre Garnier won for Best Francophone Male Artist. Performances by Ed Sheeran, Katseye, and others highlighted the evening's musical celebrations.
The NRJ Music Awards, an annual event since 1992, returned to its traditional venue, the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, for its 27th edition on Friday, October 31, 2025. Hosted by Nikos Aliagas, the ceremony aired live on TF1 starting at 9:10 p.m., drawing viewers to see public-voted winners and live performances from French and international stars.
The evening featured standout performances, including Ed Sheeran's hit 'Azizam,' Katseye's 'Gabriela,' and Gims' 'Ninao,' recorded the day prior. Kendji Girac shared a duet of 'Vivo per lei' with Star Academy graduate Ambre, while Pierre Garnier, Marine, and Helena also took the stage. Additional performers included DJ Snake, Vanessa Paradis, Charlotte Cardin, Eros Ramazzotti, and rising talents like Marguerite, Julien Lieb, and Jungeli.
Winners reflected a mix of established and emerging artists. In Francophone categories, Helena won both Francophone Female Artist of the Year and Francophone Song of the Year for 'Mauvais Garçon.' Pierre Garnier secured Francophone Male Artist of the Year, following his 2024 Revelation win. Newcomers shone with Julien Lieb taking Francophone Male Revelation and Marine earning Francophone Female Revelation. Jungeli and Lenie's collaboration 'À Tes Côtés' won Francophone Collaboration/Duo.
Internationally, Lady Gaga was named International Female Artist, Ed Sheeran took International Male Artist and International Hit for 'Azizam,' and Alex Warren claimed International Revelation. Rosé and Bruno Mars' 'APT.' won International Collaboration/Duo, David Guetta earned DJ of the Year, and KPop Demon Hunters' 'Golden' (David Guetta Remix) was Social Hit.
The event underscored the vibrancy of the music scene, blending French revelations like Louane, Kendji Girac, and Amir with global names, fostering excitement for upcoming concerts in Paris and beyond.
